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Resources: Learn More About the Charitable Sector and Direction and Control Regulations

November 26, 2020 charities, Direction and Control, Effective Accountable Charities Act Resources, NonProfits

The laws regulating charities are not always easy to understand. Check out these articles to learn more about why "resource accountability" must replace "own activities."

WATCH: Shifting Power: Direction and Control as a Key Obstacle to Localizing International Assistance

Senator Ratna Omidvar Cooperation Canada November 18, 2020 charities, Direction and Control, Effective Accountable Charities Act Resources, NonProfits

Senator Omidvar discusses why direction and control regulations are ineffective and proposes resource accountability as an alternative.

The Philanthropist Interview: Exploring Issues Faced by the Charitable Sector

Kim Hart Macneill The Philanthropist October 29, 2020 charities, covid19charitable, Direction and Control, Effective Accountable Charities Act News, Social Finance

Senator Omidvar discusses the importance of social finance and why it's time to review the Income Tax Act as it pertains to charities.

Government Should Change Outmoded Fundraising Rules for Charities

Ratna Omidvar Policy Options September 8, 2020 charities, Direction and Control, Effective Accountable Charities Act News, NonProfits

Senator Ratna Omidvar comments on the need to update laws and regulations that hinder Canadian charities from being able to deliver on their missions.

WATCH: Rethinking Direction & Control: A New Way Forward

Senator Ratna Omidvar Canadian Council for International Co-operation June 19, 2020 charities, covid19charitable, Direction and Control, Effective Accountable Charities Act Resources, NonProfits

Senator Omidvar participated in a CCIC webinar to discuss how Canadian regulatory regimes make it difficult for charities to engage in international charitable work or work with non-qualified donees.